ZEISS in India

ZEISS in India is headquartered in Bengaluru and present in the fields of Industrial Quality Solutions, Research Microscopy Solutions, Medical Technology, Vision Care and Sports & Cine Optics.

ZEISS India has 3 production facilities, R&D center, Global IT services and about 40 Sales & Service offices in almost all Tier I and Tier II cities in India. With 2200+ employees and continued investments over 25 years in India, ZEISS’ success story in India is continuing at a rapid pace. 

Further information at ZEISS India.

About ZEISS

ZEISS is a globally leading technology company operating in the fields of optics and optoelectronics. ZEISS India supports multiple business segments including Industrial Quality & Research, Medical Technology, Vision Care, and Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology.

Role Purpose

The Management Trainee – Human Resources will be part of the India HR team and will gain hands-on exposure across key HR functions. This role is designed to build strong HR fundamentals while supporting business priorities in a fast-paced, professional environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Support end-to-end recruitment activities including sourcing, interview coordination, and documentation
• Assist with onboarding activities and ensure a smooth joining experience for new hires
• Maintain candidate trackers and recruitment MIS

2. HR Operations

• Support employee lifecycle processes such as employee data management, documentation, and HR systems updates
• Assist in HR compliance activities and audits
• Coordinate with payroll and onboarding teams for data accuracy

3. Learning & Development

• Assist in planning and coordination of training programs
• Track training calendars, nominations, attendance, and feedback
• Support learning initiatives and internal HR projects

4. Employee Engagement

• Support employee engagement initiatives, surveys, and internal communication
• Assist in organizing townhalls, events, and engagement activities

5. HR Projects

• Work on HR analytics, process improvement, and automation initiatives
• Participate in cross-functional HR projects aligned with business needs

Eligibility & Qualifications

• MBA / PGDM in Human Resources from a recognized institute
  (Final-year students or fresh graduates preferred)
• Strong interest in building a career in Human Resources
• Good understanding of basic HR concepts
• Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Word

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• High attention to detail and ownership mindset
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a collaborative, multicultural environment

Your ZEISS Recruiting Team:

Manoj Badaik